GRE Word List
PHYSIOGNOMY
the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance
The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pitfall | trap |
| suspend | to debar temporarily especially from a privilege, office, or function |
| erotic | of, devoted to, or tending to arouse sexual love or desire |
| treasure | wealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded |
| weird | of strange or extraordinary character : odd |
| bogus | not genuine : counterfeit |
| draught | a rough written version of something that is not yet in its final form; to write the first rough version of something such as a letter, speech, book or law; to choose people and send them somewhere for a special task |
| imminent | ready to take place : happening soon |
| inebriate | one who is drunk |
| dogged | marked by stubborn determination |